Self-Illuminating Exterior Façade — No Bulky Halogen

For TLW on MG Road, the client wanted a completely self-illuminating exterior façade—no bulky halogen fixtures on poles—while achieving a seamless, “wow” factor that would stand out to motorists and pedestrians alike.

Challenge & Solution

• Uniform, Joint-Free Illumination: Solid acrylic would have been ideal for a bright, unbroken glow but prohibitively expensive at this scale. Instead, we engineered a backlit light box system with a smooth acrylic front panel.
• Custom Imageability: To give the façade texture and brand character, we CNC-routed an ACP (Aluminium Composite Panel) overlay in a bespoke halftone pattern and mounted it over the acrylic.
• Dimensional Lettering:Solid channel letters were added on top of the acrylic face to introduce a three-dimensional effect, making the signage both legible and premium-looking.

Materials & Execution

• Light box Frame & LEDs:Engineered aluminium framing houses evenly spaced, energy-efficient LED strips that bathe the entire façade in uniform light.
• Acrylic Façade Panel:High-opacity sheet provides a smooth, joint-free illuminated surface.
• CNC-routed ACP Overlay: Precision-cut halftone pattern on durable ACP adds branding texture without compromising illumination.
• Solid Channel Letters:Powder-coated aluminium letters mounted on standoffs deliver crisp, pop-out lettering.

Key Benefits & Features

• Safety & Cleanliness:All lighting is contained within the sign itself—no external fixtures to obstruct traffic or require extra maintenance.
• Cost-Effective Brilliance:Light box plus ACP overlay achieved the brightness of solid acrylic at a fraction of the cost.
• Instant Brand Recognition:The halftone pattern and 3D letters create a signature look that draws eyes from both directions on the road.
• Scalable Design:The same modular approach has been successfully rolled out at Moul¬sari, Moul¬sari Metro, and IFFCO Chowk locations.

Result

On installation day, the illuminated façade immediately captured attention from every passerby. TLW’s MG Road store became a local landmark—and, in respect to the client’s trust, this signature design remains exclusive to their locations.